Manager, Infection Prevention and Control

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JOB SUMMARY:Reporting to the Regional Director, and the Regional Medical Director, Infection Prevention and Control, the Manager is accountable for the effective and efficient functioning of the regional IPAC program across for a designated area of Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), and representing the organization on industry and provincial committees to enable Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) strategies to meet organizational and departmental goals. Working with the Senior Infection Control Practitioners, oversees and coordinates the program for multiple sites, as outlined by Regional Director and Regional Medical Director, the Infection Control Officers, and the Infection Control Committee. The Manager oversees operational and resource requirements, planning and development of policies and procedures, as well as leads/manages a team that provides consistent, standardized and evidence based advice in all aspects of infection prevention and control across designated program area(s) and/or facilities. Participates in the development of organizational standards, protocols and education in the management of infection control for VCH that are consistent with best practices and regulatory requirements. This role interacts regularly with personnel at all levels within the organization including clinical operations directors, managers and physicians regarding regional services and operational activities and communicates with key internal and external stakeholders, infection control committees in conducting daily business and achieving an organizational culture of patient safety and sustained reduction of Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAIs).QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Health Sciences' profession plus a minimum of five (5) years' recent, related Infection Control experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Experience providing leadership and direct supervision within a large unionized health care environment is preferred.Certificate of completion in an IPAC-Canada (Infection Prevention and Control) approved course in infection prevention and control or equivalent. Current CBIC Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or within two (2) years of hire. Current registration/membership with a recognized professional association.ROLE SPECIFIC EXPERTISE:- Comprehensive, up to date knowledge of Infection Control principles used in prevention, control and surveillance of infection.- Familiarity with quality improvement, epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases and research techniques. - Comprehensive, up to date knowledge of standards, regulations, procedures, services and techniques across multiple modalities to ensure regulatory, quality, safety and accreditation standards are being met.- Skillfully coordinates activities of staff to ensure effective service delivery using strong leadership, coaching, mentoring and communication abilities. Fosters a respectful and empowered working environment in which individual competencies can thrive.- Uses an understanding of stakeholder needs to develop both strategic and tactical solutions to achieve objectives and ensure user needs are met.- Uses analytical abilities to review current processes, identify areas for standardization and improvement, and formulate evidence-based policies and procedures.- Demonstrates ability to build strong, positive relationships and effectively work with others in a consultative/collaborative manner in the pursuit of service and quality excellence- Effectively utilizes verbal, written and technological communication skills when obtaining information, providing advice/information and otherwise communicating electronically, verbally or in written format.- Physically able to perform the duties of the position.SHARED VALUES:You care for everyone:- You're compassionate, empathetic, and sensitive to the needs of others.- You are respectful, treating people as equals, and valuing others' perspectives and differences.- You are appreciative of others' efforts and give them praise when it's due.You are always learning:- You are open minded, always receptive to different perspectives and ways of doing things.- You are curious and ask questions to find a deeper understanding.- You share your expertise and mentor others by sharing your knowledge and experience.You strive for better results:- You are accountable, and take responsibility for what you say, what you do, and who you engage in achieving better results.- You're a solution finder, empowered to solve the challenges we face in healthcare.- You take ownership for growth and development and personal development, always seek feedback and opportunities to improve how we do things.

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.